Godspeed Care Guide

Godspeed pieces are built from heavyweight cotton, 240 to 400gsm depending on the item. Wash cold, dry low, and skip the bleach. That keeps the garment-dyed color intact and the fabric holding its shape for years, not months.

How to Wash Godspeed Heavyweight Cotton

Machine wash cold, inside out, on a gentle cycle. Heavyweight cotton at this GSM range holds more dye and more water than a standard 180gsm tee, so hot water pulls color out faster and stresses the seams. Use a mild detergent without optical brighteners. Skip fabric softener on hoodies and tracksuits. It coats the fleece lining and flattens the brushed texture over time.

Wash dark and light pieces separately for the first three washes. After that, the garment-dyed color has settled enough that bleeding risk drops off.

Garment-Dyed Fabric: What to Expect

Godspeed tracksuits and several shirt styles are garment-dyed, meaning the fabric is dyed after the piece is fully constructed rather than dyed at the yarn stage. That process settles color unevenly into seams and stitching on purpose, giving each piece a slightly worn-in look straight out of the package. Expect small color variation between pieces in the same colorway. That is the dye process working as intended, not a defect.

Drying Instructions

Tumble dry low or hang dry. High heat is the fastest way to shrink heavyweight cotton and crack any printed graphics. A 400gsm hoodie holds moisture longer than lighter fabric, so budget an extra 15 to 20 minutes on a low, extended cycle, or hang it and let it air dry overnight.

Reshape hoodies and tracksuit sets while damp. Heavyweight cotton holds a shape well once dry, so a few minutes of straightening the shoulders and cuffs before it fully dries saves you from ironing later.

Ironing and Steaming

Iron on a cotton setting, inside out, and avoid direct contact with printed or embroidered logos. A steamer works better than an iron for tracksuit sets since it removes wrinkles without flattening the garment-dyed texture. Keep the steamer moving. Holding it in one spot too long can leave a water mark on heavyweight cotton.

Storage Tips

Fold hoodies and tracksuits rather than hanging them for long stretches. The weight of 400gsm fleece stretches out shoulder shape on a hanger over several months. Shirts and tees can hang without issue since the fabric is lighter. Store everything in a dry space. Heavyweight cotton absorbs humidity, which can lead to a musty smell even in a clean garment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I put Godspeed hoodies in the dryer?

Yes, on low heat. High heat shrinks heavyweight cotton and can crack printed graphics, so stick to a low or delicate cycle.

Will the color fade after washing?

Some fading is normal in the first few washes as garment-dyed fabric settles. After that, color holds steady with cold washing and no bleach.

Does heavyweight cotton shrink?

Minimal shrinkage happens in the first wash if you use cold water and low heat. Hot water and high heat dryer settings cause most of the shrinkage people run into.